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Rijk's

Private Cellar Chenin Blanc

South Africa Tulbagh White Chenin Blanc

full-bodied dry white with bright acidity and a creamy texture

Facts about the wine

Winery
Rijk's
Grapes
Chenin Blanc
Region
South Africa / Tulbagh
Wine style
White · White
Alcohol content
14,5%
Body
Full
Acidity
High
Composition
Varietal/100%

About this wine

This full-bodied Chenin Blanc from Tulbagh brings together ripe stone-fruit and tropical notes with lively, well-defined acidity. At 14.5% alcohol, it will generally show a broad, creamy palate and good concentration, kept in balance by freshness. Oak influence and aromatic detail may vary from vintage to vintage.

Style
full-bodied dry white with bright acidity and a creamy texture
Serving temperature
10–12 °C
Ageing potential
Enjoyable now; strong vintages can continue to develop for 4–7 years.

What does this wine taste like?

The sommelier's estimate on four scales, based on the grapes, the region and the style of the house.

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic
Aromas and flavours
  • peach
  • apricot
  • ripe pear
  • pineapple
  • honey
  • subtle toast

Food that goes well with this wine

Dishes and ingredients the sommelier recommends with this wine.

  • roast chicken with lemon and herbs
  • sea bass or cod with a creamy sauce
  • pork tenderloin
  • creamy mushroom risotto
  • mature hard cheeses
  • Shellfish
  • Spicy Food
  • Lean Fish
  • Soft Cheese

Vintages

Vintages of this wine known in our database. Once enough Wijnfeld users have a vintage in their cellar, we show anonymised scores and prices here.

  • 2023
  • 2021
  • 2020
  • 2019
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
  • 2011
  • 2010
  • 2009
  • 2008
  • 2007
  • 2006
  • 2005
  • 2004
  • 2003
  • 2002
  • 2001
  • 2000
  • 1963

From the Wijnfeld cellars

Anonymised figures from Wijnfeld users who have this wine in their cellar. Shown from three cellars onwards.

Not enough cellars with this wine yet to show figures.

Member ratings

Stars and comments from Wijnfeld members who drank this wine, at home or out.

4,0
4,0 out of 5 · 1 ratings
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  • Emiel F.★★★★☆vintage 20238 Sep 2026

About Rijk's

Rijk's Private Cellar is based in Tulbagh, a Western Cape valley where warm days and cooling influences can combine ripeness with freshness. The estate works with varieties including Chenin Blanc, a grape that gives South Africa both bright, energetic and richly textured white wines. Rijk's is associated with wines of ripe fruit, concentration and a clear regional character.

Wine country South Africa South Africa combines Cape ripeness with ocean-cooled freshness, anchored by Chenin Blanc, Pinotage and Cabernet-based blends. Read more

This profile was written by the Wijnfeld digital sommelier from generally known information about the producer, the region and the grapes. Details may vary by vintage. Published on 9 September 2026.